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Protecting Property Using an Injunction
In hostile property settlements, one partner may seek to dispose of property or other assets to prevent them from being included in the asset pool and distributed. This only adds to the existing emotional and financial burden parties experience during separation. If...
Who Pays for the Waste of Assets in a Property Settlement?
A fundamental component of a financial or business investment is risk. Adopting risk can reward the investor with higher returns, but at other times it may result in a significant loss or waste of assets. During a relationship, this risk is shared by both partners,...
Commercial Building Disputes – Challenging Adjudication Decisions
Parties to commercial building disputes may utilise Security of Payment (SOP) legislation in their jurisdiction to resolve payment claims and recover money owed under a construction contract. The relevant legislation for NSW is the Building and Construction Industry...
The Influence of a Child’s Perspective When Making Parenting Orders
When children are involved in a separation or divorce, a court may make parenting orders in relation to time each parent spends with their child. These orders are made when the parents have made a genuine effort to engage in family dispute resolution or pre-action...
Legal Pickles, Bun Fights and the Importance of Trade marks
Trade marks on the Grill The famous Australian burger chain known as Grill’d released a contentious advertising campaign to promote its healthy fried chicken (“HFC”) burger range. This case highlights the way in which slogans derivative of a competitor can be legally...
Pet Custody Disputes Arising from Divorce or Separation
Divorce or separation has a significant impact on all members of the family, including our beloved pets. Approximately 61% of Australian households have at least one pet and, in the event of a divorce or separation, pet custody can be a significant issue in the...
The Pros and Cons of Choosing a Self-Managed Super Fund
Superannuation is a large component of building long-term wealth and retirement planning. Self-managed super funds are becoming increasingly popular as the investment structure for those who prefer greater autonomy and control over how their funds are being invested...
The Consequences of Declaring Yourself Bankrupt
Bankruptcy is a legal process which an individual can apply for if they are unable to pay their debts on time. Bankruptcy provides relief to the bankrupt individual so they may address the majority of their debts and attempt to make a fresh start. Although the...